Our Mission

Tikva’s core mission is to care for the homeless, abandoned and abused Jewish children of Odessa and neighboring regions of the Former Soviet Union. Tikva provides a warm, compassionate home, essential social services and a quality education, while revitalizing the growing Jewish community of Odessa. In addition, Tikva offers its graduates the opportunity for a brighter future through university & technical education in Odessa & immigration to Israel, where Tikva continues its support services to help them thrive.

About Tikva

Supporting Odessa’s Jewish population since 1996

At Tikva, our mission is simple - to provide aid and education to the lives of at-risk Jewish children and impoverished families in Odessa, Ukraine. Together, our members have helped rebuild Jewish identity ruined by the persecution and communist rule that has constrained the community for decades. Through our educational programs and rescue aid, we continue to save Jewish orphans, help to rebuild the community, educate the Jewish youth, and create a brighter future full of possibilities and the ability to fulfill their dreams.

With your support and contributions, Tikva can Continue to help The Jewish Community in Odessa Ukraine

7 Co-ed Schools and 2 daycare facilities

750 Kids in Pre-School through High School

700 Kids made aliyah & joined the IDF

3,000 Elderly individuals in our care

What We Do

Reaching into the heart of the Jewish community to create hope and rebuild Jewish identity

Through our educational programs and rescue aid, we continue to bring hope and a path towards a brighter future for the people of Odessa. Our programs and services are directed towards the Jewish youth who live in dangerous and impoverished situations and are in need of love, support, and education from the Jewish community.

A Glimpse into Tikva Life

Revitalizing Jewish life in Odessa

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Watch how we bring hope for a brighter tomorrow in Odessa

At Tikva, we support the lives of at-risk Jewish children and relieve the suffering of impoverished Jewish families in Odessa, Ukraine. Learn about how Tikva has become a pioneer in the revitalization of Jewish life within the community of Odessa.